Tour 2 — Northern Algeria
Algiers
& Kabylia
Tour overview
Algiers, then the Kabylia immersion no other agency can offer
This tour combines Algiers' historical richness with the deep authenticity of Kabylia. After three days in the capital — Grand Mosque, UNESCO Casbah, Tipaza — you head to our Mekla Family Residence, an exclusive property you won't find with any other agency.
The Kabylia you'll experience here is not the packaged version. It's a genuine immersion: family evenings, hiking in the Djurdjura, Béni Yenni craft workshops, Mekla morning market. Maximum 8 people to preserve the intimacy.
Highlights
Tour highlights
Mekla Residence (exclusive)
4 nights in our family property. A unique experience — impossible to replicate with any other agency.
Djurdjura National Park
Hike in the mountain range — cedar forests, alpine landscapes, fresh air at 2,000 m altitude.
Béni Yenni
Kabyle craft village renowned for its silver jewellery and painted pottery. Meet the local artisans.
Grand Mosque of Algiers
3rd largest mosque in the world — in-depth guided visit from day 2.
UNESCO Casbah
World Heritage Site — Ottoman alleys, listed palaces and mosques.
Kherrata Gorges
One of Algeria's most spectacular natural landscapes — dramatic limestone gorges.
Suggested itinerary
7 days between Algiers and deep Kabylia
D1-D3: Algiers (Saint-Eugène hotel). D4-D7: Kabylia (Mekla Residence). Fully customisable.
J1
Arrival
Algiers — Welcome & Grand Mosque
Airport transfer → Saint-Eugène ★★★★. Welcome lunch. Afternoon: first exploration of Bab El Oued. Dinner on the terrace.
J2
Heritage
UNESCO Casbah & Bardo Museum
Morning: Algiers Casbah — Ottoman labyrinth, mosques, palaces. Traditional lunch. Afternoon: Bardo Museum. Free evening.
J3
Islam & Coast
Djamaa el-Djazaïr & Tipaza
Morning: Grand Mosque of Algiers. Afternoon: Tipaza — UNESCO Roman ruins by the sea, amphitheatre, Chenoua beach.
J4
Road to Kabylia
Tizi Ouzou & Arrival at Mekla
Depart Algiers for Kabylia. Drive through the Chiffa gorges. Arrive in Mekla — settle into the family residence. Home-cooked Berber dinner.
J5
Djurdjura
Djurdjura National Park
Hike in the park — cedar forests, breathtaking views, local wildlife. Mountain picnic. Return to Mekla in the evening.
J6
Crafts & Villages
Béni Yenni & Mekla Market
Morning: Béni Yenni — silversmiths, potters, weavers. Craft workshop with locals. Afternoon: Mekla weekly market — colours, spices, encounters.
J7
Departure
Kherrata Gorges & Return to Algiers
Return to Algiers via the spectacular Kherrata gorges. Photo stop. Airport transfer in the evening.
Services
Included & Not included
✓ Included
- Accommodation at hotel or residence per itinerary
- All transfers (airport, excursions) in private air-conditioned vehicle
- Francophone guide (or English/Arabic) throughout the stay
- All meals at halal-certified restaurants
- Entrance fees to all listed sites and museums
- 24/7 WhatsApp assistance during your stay
✗ Not included
- Return flights from your country of origin
- Visa for non-Algerian nationals
- Personal travel insurance
- Personal expenses and shopping
- Optional activities not listed in the programme
Our commitment
The Zayid Travels Halal Guarantee
Every detail respects your values
- Certified halal dining— every restaurant is personally vetted. No alcohol served at your table. Halal meat guaranteed at every meal.
- Compatible accommodation— single-gender rooms available on request. Meals at nearby certified halal restaurants.
- Prayer times respected— all five daily prayers are built into the schedule. Visited mosques remain accessible to worshippers.
- Aware guide— your guide understands and respects your religious and cultural practices. Discretion and care guaranteed.